
Paris Tootbus Discovery by Day and by Night Routes
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September 2026
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3.2/5
Based on 64 traveler reviews. Ratings and reviews provided by Viator and Tripadvisor.
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Is Paris Tootbus Discovery by Day and by Night Routes worth booking?
Paris Tootbus Discovery by Day and by Night Routes is a 2-hour experience in Paris, France, from $34 per person. It scores 46 out of 100 on the Outty Ranking, which we label “Worth a Look”, based on a 3.2/5 rating across 64 reviews. Cancellation is free up to 24 hours before the start time. Same-day spots are currently showing.
- Outty Ranking
- 46 / 100
- Rating
- 3.2/5 (64)
- Duration
- 2 hours
- From
- $34 per person
Explore the major attractions of Paris by day and night! By day, explore Paris at your own pace across the day route. Don't miss the opportunity to walk around the most charming neighborhoods in Paris, the bohemian Mon
What you get
About this experience
Explore the major attractions of Paris by day and night! By day, explore Paris at your own pace across the day route. Don't miss the opportunity to walk around the most charming neighborhoods in Paris, the bohemian Montmartre, the buzzing Latin Quarter, the trendy Marais or the peaceful Ile de Saint Louis are all not to be missed! Learn more about Paris through the audio guide commentary specially designed for our routes. If you are traveling with children, try our child friendly channel available in French and English, it will keep them entertained! By night, experience the breath-taking magic of Paris: Opéra, Place Vendôme, Place de la Concorde, Champs Elysées Avenue, Eiffel Tower, Invalides, Louvre Museum…A unique one and a half hour tour to see the City of Light in all its splendour from the top deck of our buses.
What's included
Included
- Explore Paris at your own pace in the open air
- Learn Key facts about Paris through the audio guide for adults and children
- Access the Tootbus app with real-time bus tracking, audio commentary and self-guided walking tours
- Experience the city in comfort and safety, your ride is eco-friendly!
- See Paris' top landmarks and enjoy stunning views from the open top deck by day and night
- Enjoy a 2 hour night tour and admire the City of Light in all its splendor
Not included
- Food and drinks, unless specified
- Gratuities
- On-board restrooms
Options you can book
3 DAY PASS
Duration: 3 days
2 DAY PASS
Duration: 2 days
1 DAY PASS
Duration: 1 day
Before you book
- Cancellation
- For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
- Languages
- ar, de, ru, pt, cmn, ja, en, it, fr, es
- Ticket
- Mobile Only
- Runs on
- Every day
- Group size
- Up to 15 travelers per booking
- Operated by
- Tootbus
Know before you go
- Wheelchair accessible
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
- Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Children must be accompanied by an adult
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What travelers are saying
Outty’s summary of the themes that recur across 64 traveler reviews. Written by us, not quoted from reviewers.
Photo opportunities
3 mentionsThe views and photo stops come up again and again.
Value for money
3 mentionsTravelers feel they got more than they paid for.
Good for families
3 mentionsReviewers traveling with kids report it landed well with their group.
Traveler reviews
64 verified traveler reviews for Paris Tootbus Discovery by Day and by Night Routes. Ratings and reviews provided by Viator and Tripadvisor.
Tootbus Paris: Not Recommended for Clients
As a travel advisor, I test hop-on hop-off tours regularly to know what I can confidently recommend, and unfortunately, Tootbus Paris fell far short. Here are the issues: 1. Audio system failures. Traveling with my family of four, none of us could get the "live" audio (a computer-generated commentary meant to trigger near each site) to work at all. It either failed to activate or froze completely. We switched to the plug-in headphones connected to the bus's audio jacks, which worked only marginally better. Several outlets froze and looped, and at one point we heard the same sentence start and stop 5+ times over a 10-minute stretch. 2. Weak content, even when it worked. When the audio did play, the commentary was thin and simplistic. It consisted of a minute or two of basic description per site, then long stretches of music while the bus crawled through traffic. Having done hop-on hop-off tours elsewhere that were genuinely engaging and informative, this was a real letdown. 3. Language switching issues. The audio would randomly switch from English to French without warning, requiring constant manual resets back to English. 4. Outdated content. Most surprising was hearing repeated references to the "upcoming 2024 Olympics" — on a system that's apparently over two years old. That level of neglect in updating basic commentary is hard to overlook. Bottom line: Between the technical failures, thin content, and outdated information, this is an experience I will not recommend to clients. There are better ways to see Paris, and this tour undermined the value hop-on hop-off tours are supposed to deliver.
via Tripadvisor
Johann Saved the Day
We struggled to find the beginning of the night tour due to some construction.. We stopped Johann in the middle of the street (we noticed his shirt!). He looked like he was on his way home yet he changed direction and helped us find our way to the tour. That type of care was so appreciated and needed after a long first day in Paris.
via Tripadvisor
An uncomfortably hot, uninspiring experience. Not good value.
It was hot (33C) in Paris, which isn’t unusual. The buses were not air conditioned in the lower deck. Views are obstructed in some seats which are good for families by branding on the outside. If you’re riding the top deck prepare to get hot and pack a hat and sunscreen. Audio commentary was light on information and went to generic music much of the time. Very disappointing. For half the price, go and do the Bateaux Mouches. You see pretty much the same stuff and can figure out where to go pretty easily with apps to help you use the metro.
via Tripadvisor
Europe Girls Tour
I have been on many bus tours and have to say that this is one, if not, the best your. We started our trip in Paris on the tour bus, and finished our trip to Paris the same way. To start, we rode the entire route then decided which attractions we wanted to jump off at on the next loop. The night tour is an excellent option and to see all the sites at night is incredible. The highlight of the night tour is definitely the twinkling lights of the Eiffel Tower. The Tower is always lit up at night, but you see thousands of twinkling lights start (on the hour) was a sight to behold.
via Viator
Don't do it
Bus was 45 minutes late then dri er had a 10 minute break before we started trip. I have done a big bus tour before and thought I would try the toot bus. Big bus is better. Don't waste your money on toot.
via Tripadvisor
Good to know
- Duration
- 2 hours
- Free cancellation
- Up to 24h before
- Minimum age to book
- All ages
- Availability
- Bookable today
- Runs on
- Every day
- Price range
- $34 to $77
- Booked in 30 days
- 22
- Verdict
- Worth a Look
Why this scores 46
The Outty Ranking is a weighted composite. Here is how this experience performed on each component.
Paris Tootbus Discovery by Day and by Night Routes: questions travelers ask
Practical detail on this experience, plus the wider planning questions for Paris.
How much does Paris Tootbus Discovery by Day and by Night Routes cost?
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Prices start at $34 per person. The final price depends on the date, the time slot and the number of travelers, and peak weekends in Paris usually price higher than midweek mornings. Live pricing and remaining availability are confirmed on the booking screen before you pay.
How long does Paris Tootbus Discovery by Day and by Night Routes take?
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Plan for about 2 hours from start to finish, not counting travel to the meeting point. Most travelers leave another 30 minutes on either side so the rest of the day in Paris is not rushed.
Is Paris Tootbus Discovery by Day and by Night Routes worth it?
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It holds an Outty Ranking of 46 out of 100, which we label "Worth a Look". That score blends traveler sentiment (3.2/5 across 64 reviews), the depth of that review evidence, recent booking momentum, value for money against comparable last minute in Paris, and how flexible the cancellation terms are.
Can I cancel or reschedule Paris Tootbus Discovery by Day and by Night Routes?
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Yes. Cancel free up to 24 hours before the start time for a full refund. Inside that window the booking is non-refundable, and no-shows are not refunded.
Is Paris Tootbus Discovery by Day and by Night Routes suitable for kids and families?
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Yes, all ages are welcome. Families should still weigh the 2-hour running time, and strollers are easier on the earlier, quieter departures.
How far in advance should I book Paris Tootbus Discovery by Day and by Night Routes?
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Around 22 people booked this in the last 30 days, so popular slots go early. Two to three weeks ahead is comfortable in shoulder season, while summer weekends and holidays in Paris can sell out a month out. Same-day spots do open up when other travelers cancel, so it is worth checking if you are already in town.
What should I bring or wear?
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Bring photo ID, your booking confirmation on your phone, a refillable water bottle and comfortable shoes. Dress for the weather in Paris and add a light layer if any part of the 2-hour experience runs outdoors or after sunset.
Where does Paris Tootbus Discovery by Day and by Night Routes start and how do I get there?
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The exact meeting point and directions are on your voucher once you book, and they sit in central Paris within reach of public transport. Arrive 15 minutes early: late arrivals are treated as no-shows by most operators.
What are the best things to do in Paris?
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Paris rewards travelers who book ahead. The headline museums sell timed entry weeks out, the best food walks cap at eight people, and the Seine cruises that are worth doing are the ones that leave after sunset. Everything below is scored by the Outty Ranking so you can tell a genuine local favorite from a coach-tour filler in a single glance. On Outty we rank every Paris experience on the same 0 to 100 scale, and alongside this one the highest scorers right now include Louvre Museum Essential Guided Tour Semi Private 6 GUESTS MAX, Louvre Museum Premium Guided Tour 6 GUESTS MAX Entry Included, Paris City Center Free Walking Tour (Tip-Based). The city page groups everything into most popular, highest reviewed, last minute and family-friendly so you can build a day around what actually delivers.
When is the best time to visit Paris?
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April to June and September to October, when queues thin out and terraces stay open late. Booking patterns follow the same curve: prices and queues climb in peak weeks, while shoulder season gives you better availability on the top-ranked experiences and more room to change plans.
How many days do you need in Paris?
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Three full days covers the headline sights without sprinting. A workable rhythm is one anchor experience each morning, such as this one, an unhurried afternoon in a single neighborhood, then a food or nightlife booking in the evening. Five days lets you add a day trip outside the city.
Do I book through Outty or through the operator?
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Outty ranks and explains the experiences, then hands you to Viator to complete the booking with the operator directly. The price is the same as booking on Viator yourself, and Outty earns an affiliate commission on the referral, which is how the rankings stay free to read.
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